Which method of medication absorption is considered to be the fastest?
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Intravenous (IV) administration, which delivers medication directly into the bloodstream, provides an almost immediate effect and is considered the fastest method of medication absorption. While this route is used in critical care, understanding the varying speeds of other routes is essential for safe and effective treatment, as absorption rates differ dramatically between methods like oral, sublingual, and intramuscular administration.
